Eric Himel, stylist
“Why work so hard in Pilates if you can’t show off a bit? I love the contrast of the two-tone snake pattern. Hsssss!”
Cutout mini python dress, Naven ($106). Sofia, 100 E. Walton St., 312-640-0878
Lindsay Segal, owner Luxury Garage Sale
“This snake shirt should be styled with black leather leggings and ankle booties. I would wear a black bandeau bra underneath it, and big earrings.”
Black sheer/sequin snake pattern top, Barbara Bui ($1,195). Luxury Garage Sale, 1658 N. Wells St., 312-291-9126
Jacqueline Rezak, owner Rad & Refined
“I would style it by putting a cropped jacket over the sweater for a layered look. I’d add a black leather mini skirt, sheer black tights, and a pair of ankle boots. [That’s] rad and refined in my book!”
Sloane snake-print cashmere sweater, Equipment ($295). Net-a-poter.com
Graham Kostic, creative and editorial director, Glossed & Found
“Simple, graphic, easy. I’m not a huge fan of snakeskin print, but give me a cute animal illustration any day.”
Chinese New Year snake tee, Adidas ($35). 923 N. Rush St., 312-932-0651
Lindsay Segal, owner Luxury Garage Sale
“This clutch is the perfect nighttime bag that adds just the right amount of color to any basic dress. I love the snakeskin because it adds a nice texture.”
Red snakeskin clutch, Judith Leiber ($695). Luxury Garage Sale, 1658 N. Wells St., 312-291-9126
Eric Himel, stylist
“This jacket combines three of my favorite trends: snake, metallic, and motorcycle jackets. It is versatile enough for jeans or over a dress.”
Snake-print leather jacket, Skaist Taylor ($1,950). Neiman Marcus, 737 N. Michigan Ave., 312-642-5900
Graham Kostic, creative and editorial director, Glossed & Found
“Jot down some of that ancient wisdom on these bright, bold notepads.”
Snake tablets, Connor ($75). Barneys New York, 15 E. Oak St., 312-587-1700
April Francis, stylist/owner, Haute Closet
“There’s something really covetable about Lisa Kingsley’s bags. Her snakeskin practices are completely sustainable—[you] can’t feel guilty about something this down-to-earth, beautiful, and luxuriously practical.”
Trifold cargo clutch, Lisa Kingsley ($675). kingsleyhandbags.com
Our pick:
“Although the options for ladies are limitless, it’s a little more difficult for guys to wear the snake trend. This tie keeps it simple and classic, but still pays homage to the Chinese New Year symbol.”
Pitone snake print tie, Salvatore Ferragamo ($190). Bloomingdales, 900 N. Michigan Ave., 312-440-4460
Alison Guglielmo, stylist
This cuff combines all the things I love about a great accessory. The juxtaposition of snakeskin and mesh adds edge to an otherwise simple outfit, and the bright, bold hue can work great with anything from an LBD to a casual denim look. An added bonus? You can reverse it and wear it as a solid gold cuff.
Blue Snakeskin Cuff, Cynthia Desser Accessories ($195). cynthiadesser.com
